MUSIC OF THE

CLASSICAL
PERIOD
Prepared by:
Roma Diane R. Aviguetero
Objectives:
• The learner identifies the instrumental music of
Classical Period.
• The learner describes musical elements of
given Classical period pieces.
• The learner analyzes the elements of
instrumental music of Classical period.
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ELEMENTS OF MUSIC
ELEMENTS OF MUSIC
ELEMENTS OF MUSIC
ELEMENTS OF MUSIC
Meter – regularly recurring
patterns and accents such us bar
and beats
Meter – regularly recurring
patterns and accents such us bar
and beats
Dynamics – refers to the volume
of a sound or note. Loudness or
softness of the sound.
Melody – also known as tune,
voice or line, is a linear
succession of musical tones that
the listener perceives as a single
entity.
Texture – it is how the tempo,
melodic, and harmonic materials
are combined in a composition. It
is how the layers of sound within
a piece of music interact.
Tempo – it is the speed of the
underlying beat. It can be fast,
moderate or slow.
 INSTRUMENTAL &
VOCAL MUSIC
OF CLASSICAL PERIOD
1. Sonata
• it came from the word “sonare” which means “to make
sound.”
• a musical composition composed of multi-movement for
solo instrument or a small instrumental ensemble.
• the term sonare is applied to a variety of works for a solo
instrument such as keyboard or violin.
1. Sonata Movements
• 1st movement: Allegro – fast movement
• 2nd movement: Andante – slow movement
• 3rd movement: Minuet – it is in a three-four time and
in moderate.
2. Sonata Allegro
- The most important musical instructure that
was developed during the classical era consists
of three distinct sections:
3 Distinct Sections

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3. Concerto
• A work designed for solo instrument and the
orchestra.
• This classical form is intended to emphasize the
individuality of the solo instrument and to exhibit the
virtuosity and interpretative abilities of the performer.
• Ex. Violin, cello, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, horn,
piano
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3. Concerto Movements
• 1st movement: Fast – Sonata allegro form with expositions of the
orchestra and then by the soloist.
• 2nd movement: Slow – has more ornamentation than the first
movement
• 3rd movement: Fast – finale, usually in a form of rondo, resembling
the last movement of the symphony and usually a short cadenza is
used.
• Rondo – a musical form with recurring theme, often found in the
final movement of sonata and concerto.
4. Symphony
• sinfonia, harmonious sounding together
• an elaborate musical composition for the whole
orchestra with generally four movements.
4. Symphony Movements
• 1st movement: Fast – sonata allegro form
• 2nd movement: Slow – gentle , lyrical, typical ABA form
or theme and variation
• 3rd movement: Medium/Fast – uses a dance form
(minuet or scherzo)
• 4th movement: Fast – typical rondo or sonata form
5. Classical Opera
• Opera – a drama set to music where singers and
musicians performs in a theatrical setting.
2 Distincts
Opera Seria or Serious Opera
• This usually implies heroic or tragic drama that employs
mythological characters. This was inherited from the
Baroque period. Ex. Idomeneo by Mozart
Opera Buffa or Comic Opera
• Originally from Italy. Comic opera or clown opera made use
of everyday characters and situations, and typical employed
spoken dialogues, lengthy arias and was spiced with sight
gags, naughty, humor, and social satire. Ex. The marriage of
Figarro, Don Giovanni, The Magic Flute
 Name that Element! I Can Relate to It!
1. Name one Filipino classic song/music which are related to the Classical era.
2. Describe the element used on the Filipino classical songs/music.
3. Each Correct answer is equivalent to 1 point. Pinned your answer on the box below.

Title of Song/Music Element/s

   
 
 
 
What is the importance of
knowing the composers
and instrumental music of
classical period?
SUMMARY
APPLY
Multiple Choice: Identify the term being described. Write the letter that corresponds to
your answer on the space provided.
____1. It is called the “Age of Reason”
Medieval b. Renaissance c. Baroque d. Classical
____2. The term for “Italian Opera”
Opera b. Comic Opera c. Opera Buffa d. Opera Seria
____3. A section of the Sonata allegro where the themes were introduced
Exposition b. Development c. Recapitulation d. theme
____4. The general texture of Classical music
Monophonic b. Homophonic c. Heterophony d. Polyphonic
____5. The term for “Serious Opera”
Opera b. Comic Opera c. Opera Buffa d. Opera Seria
____6. It repeats the themes as they emerged in the opening exposition
Exposition b. Development c. Recapitulation d. Sonata
7-10 Choose your answer from the given choice below. Write your
answer on the space provided.

a. Sonata b. Symphony c. Concerto d. Sonata Allegro-Form

____7. A musical work with different movements for an instrumental
soloist and orchestra.
____8. A musical composition designed to be played by the full
orchestra.
____9. It is a multi-movement work for solo instrument.
___10. The most important from that was developed during the
Classical era and usually the form of the first movement of a sonata
or symphony.
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